How Do I turn Off 5G on My Samsung Galaxy S20?
You can find the setting to turn off 5G in your device settings.
Can You Turn Off 5G on Galaxy S21?
Yes, you can turn off 5G on your Samsung Galaxy S21. The process follows the same steps, and you will force that phone onto slower networks. Any Samsung phone running OneUI version 3.1 or better will follow these same steps. In fact, the process will be similar on most Android phones.
Why Would I Want to Turn Off 5G?
5G is brand new mobile technology, and as such, it can take a toll on your battery. This is for several reasons. First, if you’ve got super-fast speeds and use it all the time, you are likely using your phone more than you do on 4G. Second, 5G networks are still being built out. If your phone is constantly switching between 5G and 4G networks due to poor 5G coverage, that will take a toll on your battery. Since 4G networks are so prolific, especially compared to 5G networks, forcing your phone to stick with 4G will ensure your phone has a better signal more consistently. That makes your phone work less and therefore saves your battery. Overall, you probably won’t notice too much of a difference in speed between 4G and 5G. With networks still under construction, the maximum consistent speeds available on a 5G network are not much faster than on a 4G network. Therefore, many consider the battery savings you get from sticking to a 4G network worth losing speed. Your mileage may vary.
